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Neon Jazz Interviews

Neon Jazz Interviews - The Finest Jazz Musicians From All Over the Globe

Neon Jazz is a radio show and interview series created and distributed since 2011. Hatched & Hosted by Joe Dimino out of Kansas City, Missouri. The series has been Engineered and generously supported by John Christopher over thirteen years, hundreds of episodes and thousands of interviews. We celebrate the glory days right on into the innovations of modern players. The aim is to tell the rich story of jazz through the voice of the musician and provide an enticing kaleidoscope of sound and

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00:21:55

Brooklyn-based Jazz Pianist & Composer Esteban Castro...

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2025/09/14

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Brooklyn-based Jazz Pianist & Composer Esteban Castro. We caught up with this rising jazz star to discuss his journey in music and his recognition as the recipient of The Gilmore’s inaugural 2026 Larry J. Bell Young Jazz Artist Award. This honor comes with a $25,000 stipend to further his musical career and educational development.Esteban began playing piano at age three, quickly showing a gift for improvisation and composition. In

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00:09:45

Blues Pedal Steel Guitarist Roosevelt Collier on the...

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2025/09/13

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Blues Pedal Steel Guitarist Roosevelt Collier on the 2025 Kansas City Jazz & Blues Festival. Rooted in the sacred steel tradition, Roosevelt first made his mark with The Lee Boys and has since become known for his legendary “get-downs”—soul-shaking live shows blending church, blues, and Hendrix-inspired fire. From his home base in Spain, Roosevelt shares his journey, the power of pedal steel, and his role in the exciting reboot of

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00:28:49

Decorated Jazz Multi-Instrumentalist & Composer Roger...

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2025/09/12

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with decorated Jazz Multi-Instrumentalist & Composer Roger Glenn .. We dig into his brand-new 2025 album My Latin Heart and explore the many flavors, inspirations, and artistic vision behind it. Known as “ingredient X,” “the secret sauce,” and “the cat behind the cat,” Roger has spent decades elevating the music of jazz, Latin jazz, blues, and funk legends. With credits on more than 40 albums, he’s been far from hidden — but now, with

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00:14:05

Kansas City-based Jazz Educator, Conductor/Performer...

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2025/09/10

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Kansas City-based Jazz Educator, Conductor/Performer & Clinician Mike Parkinson .. We dive into the upcoming Brookmeyer Tribute happening Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. at The Blue Room off 18th & Vine. This free event closes out the 2024-25 Kansas City Jazz Ambassadors–Jamey Aebersold Concert/Clinic Series. The concert will spotlight music from Bob Brookmeyer’s classic album ISLAND. A Kansas City native

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00:30:15

LA-based Veteran Singer, Songwriter & Guitarist Jamie...

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2025/09/10

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with veteran singer, songwriter & guitarist Jamie James. From his base in Los Angeles, we dive into his new 2025 album Straight Up and his very cool life in music.Jamie is a true rock & roll lifer — best known as the founder of early-’80s rockabilly trio The Kingbees, longtime guitarist for the late Harry Dean Stanton, and co-founder of Dennis Quaid & The Sharks. Now at 71, he’s channeling a lifetime of grit, heartbreak, and

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00:24:04

New York-based Jazz Saxophonist Jason Rigby

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2025/09/08

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with New York-based Jazz Saxophonist Jason Rigby on his 2025 album Mayhem.After nearly a decade away from recording as a leader, Jason returns with a groundbreaking duo album featuring acclaimed drummer Mark Guiliana. He describes it as his “official re-emergence as a leader”—a sonic and emotional departure blending conventional and “outside” improvisation in stirring fashion.We dig into his deep compositional influences, from Wayne Shorter,

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00:09:42

Toronto-based Trombonist & Composer William Carn on...

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2025/09/07

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Toronto-based Trombonist & Composer William Carn on his 2025 album The Unburdening.On this powerful new project, William explores both the negatives and positives of the human condition. It begins with “No Peace”—a brief, otherworldly soundscape that feels like a trip through the heart of a nebula—and closes with “Peace Be,” featuring an electro-choir of angels. We talk about living in modern times, performing, creating, and the

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00:07:07

Veteran Jazz Saxophonist Michael Zilber on the 2025...

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2025/09/07

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Saxophonist Michael Zilber on the new 2025 album Standard Deviations.We dig into this new duo CD with drummer Mike Clark and how Michael navigated the challenges of the COVID era. The last time we caught up was in 2020, and now we explore all the new activity, growth, and inspiration leading up to this release.Together, Zilber and Clark showcase their mastery of the jazz canon and popular songs, channeling the spirit of New

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00:22:45

Acclaimed Jazz Guitarist & Composer Kevin Brunkhorst

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2025/09/05

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Acclaimed Jazz Guitarist & Composer Kevin Brunkhorst. Speaking from his base in Canada, Kevin shares insights into his new 2025 CD, After the Fire, and his esteemed journey in music.This new project features seven original compositions reflecting on recent global and personal challenges—yet filled with warmth and optimism. His musical path began when he saw the Beatles perform “Hey Jude” on the Ed Sullivan Show in 1970, leading to

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00:23:23

Acclaimed Jazz Percussionist, Composer & Educator...

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2025/09/04

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Acclaimed Jazz Percussionist, Composer & Educator Lloyd Haber of Freedom Art Quartet. We caught up with Lloyd to talk about their new 2025 album, First Dance, and his long career in education and performance.Together with multi-wind player Omar Kabir, Lloyd co-founded Freedom Art Quartet in 1991. The group’s diverse ethnic and compositional structure has remained a breath of fresh air in the jazz world. We explore his fascinating

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00:17:53

Montreal-based Jazz Bassist & Composer Philippe Massé

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2025/09/03

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Montreal-based Jazz Bassist & Composer Philippe Massé. We talk about his brand-new 2025 album La Vent and his evolving career in music. Philippe’s unique sound blends influences from Middle Eastern, Latin, and even metal traditions, creating a bold and distinctive voice on the jazz scene. Inspired by greats like Avishai Cohen and Larry Grenadier, he has become an active force in the Montreal jazz community. A fascinating

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00:26:11

France-based Jazz Pianist, Guitarist, Compose &...

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2025/09/02

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with France-based Jazz Pianist, Guitarist, Composer & Improviser Rob Clearfield. Originally from Oak Park, IL, Rob’s music journey began with garage bands, gospel choirs, and South American guitar ensembles before studying at the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University. He went on to spend 15 years immersed in Chicago’s vibrant scene before relocating to France—a move that coincided with the pandemic and shaped his

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00:12:38

New York City-based Educator, Composer &...

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2025/09/01

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC-based Educator, Composer & Multi-Instrumentalist Zohar Amar Mokady. Splitting his time between New York and Israel, we discuss his new 2025 EP Zohart and a life dedicated to music. A gifted saxophonist and pianist, Zohar is known for blending jazz with indie folk, Brazilian, and medieval influences. With degrees from The New School and Manhattan School of Music, his goal is to stir deep emotions and create music that heals. A

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00:15:46

KC Jazz Pianist, Singer & Composer Jackie Myers on...

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2025/08/31

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with Jazz Pianist, Singer & Composer Jackie Myers about the 2025 Kansas City Jazz & Blues Festival.A transplant from Austin, Texas, Jackie spent nearly a decade on the indie touring circuit before making her mark in Kansas City’s thriving jazz scene. Now a veteran KC-based artist, she is promoting her brand-new 2025 album What About the Butterfly while staying busier than ever.We dive into the excitement of

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00:21:51

Young Blues Virtuoso Harrell Davenport on the 2025 KC...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/08/30

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with Blues Harmonica & Guitar Virtuoso Harrell Davenport on the 2025 Kansas City Jazz & Blues Festival.Known as “Young Rell,” this 18-year-old phenom from Vicksburg, Mississippi played his first gig in Chicago—earning over 165,000 views and 4,000 shares of his performance on Facebook. He picked up the harmonica and guitar at age seven, and today he’s got a style all his own.Harrell is bringing his

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00:06:23

KC Blues Rock Virtuoso Brody Buster on 2025 KC Jazz &...

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2025/08/29

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Kansas City-based Blues/Rock Virtuoso Brody Buster.On the heels of his award-nominated 2025 album Redemption, Brody is busier than ever—delighting fans with his powerhouse performances. A former harmonica child prodigy, he has been featured on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Dateline, Crook & Chase, and The Jon Stewart Show.As a key part of KC’s music scene, Brody shares his excitement about the return of the KC Jazz & Blues

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00:07:34

Multi-Instrumentalist Karl Denson of Tiny Universe on...

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2025/08/28

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Karl Denson of Tiny Universe on the upcoming 2025 Kansas City Jazz & Blues Festival. We caught up with this decorated artist and lifelong Kansas City Chiefs fan to talk about his October 3–4 performance at Legends Field, home of the Kansas City Monarchs. Kansas City is more than a stop on the tour — it’s the birthplace of jazz and a sound that shaped modern music. Karl reflects on his storied career

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00:22:13

Jazz Pianist, Composer, Producer & Cultural...

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2025/08/27

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Dutch Jazz Pianist, Composer, Producer & Cultural Entrepreneur Edgar van Asselt. We dive into his brand-new 2025 live album Song for Lost Friends featuring the legendary Ack van Rooyen and explore his remarkable life in music. Known for his versatility and collaborative spirit, Edgar has led projects, organized concert series and festivals, and worked with international artists across the globe. From studying economics to fully

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00:23:32

Atlanta-based Jazz Vocalist Karla Harris

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/08/26

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Atlanta-based Jazz Vocalist Karla Harris. We talk about her brand new 2025 album Merge and her long, decorated life in jazz. With over four decades of performing across the globe, from Portland to Provence, Karla reflects on her journey from her St. Louis roots to becoming a celebrated voice in jazz. A rich conversation on music, artistry, and evolution. Enjoy this interview.Get the album

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00:33:24

LA-Based Jazz Tenor Saxophonist, Composer & Educator...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/08/25

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with LA-based Jazz Tenor Saxophonist, Composer & Educator Jeff Walton. We talk about his long-awaited 2025 debut album Pack Animals, recorded at The Bunker in Brooklyn with pianist Santiago Leibson, bassist Eli Heath, and drummer Chase Elodia. A Massachusetts native and longtime Brooklyn educator, Jeff took an unconventional path to this moment as a late-blooming artist. We cover his journey, music, and vision. Dig in.Get the album

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